It turns out we can thankRobbie Williamsfor more than just a killer discography.
So Id play a song, and hed say, It should be more like a Robbie Williams tune.
And I was like, what are you talking about?
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Like, you could choose any entertainer in the history of entertainment.
And every reference was Robbie Williams.
The project had been in development for nearly seven years when Jackman threw a wrench into the works.
The Greatest Showman tells the incredible true story of P.T. Barnum and his famous circus. The film chronicles the rise of Barnum (Hugh Jackman) from a penniless dreamer to a wealthy and well-respected gentleman, establishing his circus with the help of playwright Philip Carlyle (Zac Efron). Telling Barnum’s unbelievable story in a musical format, The Greatest Showman showcases all the highs and lows of the infamous character’s professional life.
And he called me on a Saturday and said, Listen, Ive been thinking about this.
And I thought, if the studio hears this, theyre going to shut us down.
So that was my three degrees of separation.
I told [my lawyer] I had to meet Robbie this weekend, or the movie wont happen.
The next day, Gracey knocked on Williams door.
I explained I was working on an original musical, the music is theatrical, and its quite pop.
I told him the story and played the songs and asked to get his opinion.
He asked Williams to record a video message for Jackman, sharing his thoughts on the music.
SoRobbie is the saviour of my first movie.
Better Manis in theaters now.The Greatest Showmanis streaming on Disney+.
Barnum and his famous circus.
